Officials tell WPTZ a private building crew was attempting to fix a sewer pipe when they struck a water main around 10 a.m. on Wednesday.

Water for residents and business on Main Street between Spring and Lafountain streets was shut off. Officials said the water will be shut off for an undetermined amount of time, but it could last through the night.

Crews worked to repair the break, and had to dig up a section of Main Street to access it.Drivers are advised to seek an alternative route.

In Colchester, a pipe burst at the Arbor Gardens Apartments. Three units were deemed to be unsafe. The American Red Cross has stepped in to help those tenants with housing.